Architecture
Frequently Asked Questions
Construction projects that require an application:
- Residences and additions to residences
- Non-residential structures, including but not limited to garages, workshops, sheds, etc.
- Decks, porches, gazebos, swimming pools, fences and walls
- Painting/staining of any structure/project that includes a change in color
- Roof replacement that includes a change in color
Projects that do not require an application:
- Maintenance and repair projects to any improvements that do not include a change in color
Property owners are required to pay two fees to receive an Association Construction Permit:
- Refundable Construction Deposit
- Construction Infrastructure Fee
Details of the pertinent regulations may be found in ATTACHMENT A. Reference: Architectural Packet.
In short: Earth Tone Colors
The term “earth tone” colors has been in place in Fairview Forest for several decades. In Yr. 2000, when the owners rewrote and passed the current Covenants, owners strongly supported retaining the “earth tone” concept that had been in place since at least 1988. It is a difficult term to define. A property owner with a background in technical color explains the term as:
The colors used should blend in with the colors that occur naturally in the community.
- Colors
- Colors should be muted so they do not stand out from the natural colors of the mountain such as trees, foliage, rocks, ground cover, earth (dirt).
- Values (How light or dark colors appear.)
- This describes how light or dark colors are. Dark value colors blend in with our natural colors. As the color choices become lighter, they tend to stand out from the natural surroundings.
- Contrast of trim colors (The difference of values between the main color and the trim color).
- There should not be a large contrast between main and trim colors (e.g. dark brown main color with light cream trim).
Please contact the Architectural Committee Chair by emailing achitecture@fairviewforest.com.
Please email architecture@fairviewforest.com.
Architectural Application Packet
Property owners are required to submit an Architectural Application for approval before construction begins on the owners property. The application packet includes relevant covenants, regulations, guidelines, schedule of fees, and the architectural application.
Driveway Construction Application
Property owners are required to submit a Driveway Construction Application before work can begin to establish a driveway.
Committee Responsibilities
The Architectural Committee is responsible for enforcing the covenants and regulations concerning architectural issues. The committee also aims to ensure building requirements are met and integrity of the neighborhood is maintained.
Sections of the Fairview Forest Restrictive Covenants and Regulations include updated architectural requirements. The guidelines deal with new construction and home improvements. For example, if a property owner repaints a residence, an application must be submitted to the Architectural committee for approval. The color must comply with established guidelines and these guidelines also apply to out-buildings such as gazebos, storage sheds or detached garages.
- Collaborates with property owners and the Association to maintain the look and feel of the community.
- Assists property owners who anticipate a construction project such as modifications, additions, upgrades, painting, etc.
- Collects construction deposits and infrastructure fees.
Committee Members
Will Evans
Committee Chair
Deborah Grey
Dan Beerman